This is a DC-based hybrid position. Interns must reside and have a permanent address in the Washington Metropolitan Region for the duration of their internship.

ORGANIZATION

The Partnership for Public Service is a nonpartisan, nonprofit organization with a big mission: we’re working to ensure the federal government is dynamic, innovative and that it effectively serves the American people. We’ve got a great team that helps make it happen.

Our staff is diverse in experience and perspective, but at our core, we share a lot of the same traits. We are mission-driven, creative, collaborative, optimistic and inclusive.

Our work is strategic, fast-paced and guided by our values:    

• Passion for public service and our work toward a more effective government.   

• People who promote a culture of learning, leadership, collaboration, inclusion and respect.   

• Persistence to drive change, take strategic risks and deliver results.   

• Promise to be trustworthy, nonpartisan and fiscally responsible.    

  We hire smart and friendly people who are great at what they do and good to one another in the process. Are you ready to join our team?   

  POSITION OVERVIEW

  The Partnership’s research team advises government on topics such as customer experience, data, recruiting and hiring talent, innovation, employee engagement, generational interest in government, performance management and presidential transition. The Research, Evaluation and Modernizing Government team oversees the Partnership’s monitoring, evaluation, and learning portfolio.

  Research and Evaluation interns will have the opportunity to grow qualitative research skills by working on high-visibility reports, insightful issue briefs and innovative research projects that aim to make the government more effective. Examples include the Best Places to Work in the Federal Government® Rankings and the Customer Experience Profiles. Additionally, interns may assist in evaluating the short-and long-term outcomes of the Partnership’s programs and support efforts to modernize technology in government.

  Interns’ specific responsibilities will include a combination of conducting background research for literature reviews, scheduling interviews and roundtables, taking notes, attending and writing summaries of interviews with federal leaders and private sector experts. Many activities will revolve around preparing for and transcribing qualitative interviews. Research interns also may assist in planning and coordinating roundtable discussions and public-facing report release events. Interns may also assist with survey design and qualitative and quantitative data collection.

  The ideal candidate will have a strong passion for public service, an interest in social science research and event planning, possess strong writing skills and be proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, especially Excel.

  WORK ENVIRONMENT

  This job operates in a professional office environment in Washington, DC and occasionally at local external venues. This position requires consistent use of office equipment such as computer, telephone, printer and scanner.

  COMPENSATION

  Full-time interns will receive $1,500 per month. Part-time intern compensation will be pro-rated accordingly.

  LOCATION

  This is a DC-based hybrid position. Interns must reside and have a permanent address in the Washington Metropolitan Region for the duration of their internship . Per Partnership policy, all full-time employees will be expected to work from the office a minimum of 2x per week.

  EXPECTED HOURS OF WORK

  Business hours are Monday-Friday, 9 am to 6 pm, though exact work hours may vary depending on availability and need. Academic schedules will be accommodated; a part-time schedule may be considered. There may be occasional early morning or evening activities required.

  TRAVEL

  If travel occurs, it is usually during the business day.

  AAP/EEO STATEMENT

  The Partnership is an inclusive organization that fosters learning, collaboration and respect. We actively recruit for diversity in our workplace, believing that a range of backgrounds, perspectives and experiences contributes to our mission of revitalizing government. The Partnership for Public Service is an equal opportunity employer and will not discriminate against any applicants for employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, caste, national origin, citizenship, immigration status, veteran status, disability; or on any other basis prohibited by law.

   

  Application Instructions

  Please submit a resume with your application. Cover letters are not required but are encouraged.